Chapter 302
But the truth was, he had overthought it.
Sophia Roscente had already thrown herself into Anna Ross's arms.
She sobbed pitifully. "Sis, you tell me."
"How can my cousin be so domineering?"
"He won't let me study what I love!"
Anna staggered back slightly from the impact.
Though accustomed to her energy, it was still a bit overwhelming.
Adrian Sinclair's expression was stern.
He stated firmly, "It's no use saying anything."
"I won't agree."
Sophia cried even louder.
She shook Anna's arm. "Sis, please say something for me."
Marcus Hill also looked over with a pleading gaze.
Anna felt worn down.
She reluctantly spoke up. "Can't you make an exception?"
Adrian hadn't expected her to intervene.
He stared at her, momentarily stunned.
Anna pressed on, steeling herself. "Sophia has been reading finance books constantly."
"She genuinely loves finance."
"Since it's her dream, you shouldn't stand in her way."
Her voice softened. "I once had something I loved deeply too."
"But I never got the chance to pursue it."
Some opportunities are simply beyond reach.
So when the chance arises, one should chase their dreams.
Don't let life be filled with regrets.
Adrian felt a pang in his heart.
He remembered her abandoned singing dream.
Sophia saw the opening.
She clung to Anna, wailing. "Waaah, we're so pitiful…"
Adrian rubbed his temples.
He said gravely, "I can agree to you studying finance."
"But you have to tell Mother yourself."
Why had he agreed?
Seeing her distressed expression, he actually felt reluctant.
Sophia immediately looked at Anna with admiration.
In that moment, Anna was her savior.
Anna avoided her intense gaze.
She hadn't expected Adrian to actually agree.
Sophia walked over to Adrian.
She gave him a light hug. "Cousin, thank you."
"I know you mean well."
"But I've grown up. I want to pursue my own goals."
She glanced at the person on the bed, then at those around her.
She smiled. "Besides, I have so many people who love and care for me."
It was the first time she had spoken to him so seriously.
As if she had matured overnight.
Marcus ruffled her hair.
He pulled her into his embrace.
He said to Adrian solemnly, "Don't worry, I'm here too."
His family background might not match the Lowell's prominence.
But what he could offer the girl he loved would be no less than what the Lowell family could provide.
Children's playful laughter drifted in from outside the window.
The joyful sounds floated into the room.
Adrian suddenly felt a sense of relief.
His beloved little cousin had grown up.
She had become sensible and independent.
Forget it. Some people and things couldn't be controlled forever.
Let her be.